Some of the many health benefits of dark chocolate are as follows:
1. Regulates blood pressure:
Magnesium and copper in dark chocolate aid in regulating normal blood pressure, subsequently maintainig proper heartbeat levels.
2.Reduces Stress: Eating a delicious piece of chocolate could possibly reduce stress levels; it works by stimulating the production of endorphin that may give rise to a happy feeling.
3. Improves blood circulation: Eating dark chocolate not only relaxes but also makes the blood vessels more flexible, hence making it easy for blood to flow easily.
4. Lowers cholesterol levels: Dark chocolates have been medically proven to reduce the bad cholesterol level in the human body significantly, by up to 10 to 12 per cent.
5. Boosts Immunity: The two kinds of flavonoids present in chocolates are mainly catechins and epicatechins. Dark chocolate has more of catechins, which boost the human body immune system and possibly prevent major chronic ailments.
6. Cures depression: Dark chocolate contains serotonin, whci has the qualities of antidepressants.
Benefits of dark chocolates come from Flavonoids which help relax blood pressure and balance certain hormones in the body. However, moderation is the key because it contains compounds known as vasoactive amines that can dilate brain vessels triggering headaches and nervous tension.Also, 1/3 of fat ( Palmitic acid) is not good for you.